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How to Festival.

Three easy steps and the answers to everything you need to know — from tickets and theatres to weather plans, kids, pets, and how to get to the Distillery District. Plan the perfect festival night under the stars.

3 Easy steps
June 25 – July 19 Festival 2026
Distillery District Toronto, ON
Plan your night

How to festival in three easy steps.

01
Step 01

Check in at the Festival Hub

Scan your ticket and pick up your wristband at the Festival Hub.

50 Gristmill Lane Opens 6:30 PM
02
Step 02

Explore the Festival Village

Enjoy food, drinks & treats from top Italian brands — your access card gets you in.

Included Italian brands
03
Step 03

Watch the movie

Head to your theatre, pick up your headphones, and enjoy the show.

Rogers Trinity Theatre | Spirit Theatre Couches
Got questions?

Frequently asked questions.

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When is the festival happening?

The festival takes place from June 25 to July 19, 2026.

What's included with my ticket?

Every Festival ticket includes a tasting experience featuring our food and beverage sponsors stationed throughout the Distillery District:

1. Your choice of Masi Prosecco, Birra Moretti, or a Campari cocktail
2. Lavazza coffee
3. Bites from Ferrero, Barilla, and Eataly

Activations open at 6:30 PM — arrive early to enjoy everything. Products are subject to change based on availability.

Who organizes the festival?

The Lavazza IncluCity Festival is organized by ICFF in collaboration with the Distillery District.

What is the Lavazza IncluCity Festival?

A celebration of movie magic, multiculturalism, and diversity. Our international film festival showcases a curated selection representing Canada's rich cultural mosaic, paired with a Festival Village offering music, dance, gastronomy, tours, and more.

When will the movie schedule be released?

The 2026 movie schedule will drop on May 28th, 2026 — stay tuned. Buy your tickets at the Box Office.

What are the movie packages?

Choose a 4-Ticket or 6-Ticket package and save 30% per package. You'll get first choice on dates — redeem your tickets for any film once the schedule is released.

Buy your package

What are the two theatre options?

We run two outdoor theatres on site: the Rogers Trinity Theatre (38ft projection screen on Trinity Street) and the Spirit Theatre (28ft digital screen on Pure Spirit Patio). Each has a different capacity, but both feature our signature inflatable couches.

More info on Our Theatre

What happens if it rains?

The show must go on. In poor weather we move indoors — your indoor venue (Canadian Stage or Collège Boréal) is specified on your ticket.

Note: refunds and exchanges aren't offered for rain since the event still takes place. More info on the rain plan

Can kids come to the festival?

The festival is suitable for all ages, but please check each film's age rating before booking. Our horror program, The Dark Side, is strictly 19+.

Is the festival pet-friendly?

Yes — bring your furry friends. If you'd like them on the couch, please bring a blanket for them to sit on.

How do I get to the Distillery District?

Full directions — by TTC, car, bike, or on foot — are on our getting there page.

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